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Is Your Workout Killing Your Back? Stop Doing This Exercise Immediately

Reading Time: 2 minutesSit-ups, a staple of the American workout regimen, are doing much more harm than good for your body. There is a reason you always found sit-ups uncomfortable during gym class. Traditional crunch and sit-up variations can place over 1000 lbs of compression on your spine. The exercise places your spine in an unnatural position and […]

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Cholesterol, Sugar, Diabetes, and Fast Food (Must-See)

Reading Time: < 1 minuteOn the heels of my last post, some more information on calories, macronutrients and health myths: Documentary: Fat Head Video: http://www.hulu.com/watch/196879/fat-head Great Documentary. You can find more information on the film here: http://www.fathead-movie.com/ Need help with a problem or goal?  Click here to learn more.

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Redshirting: Not Just for College Quarterbacks

Reading Time: < 1 minuteOne controversial idea making the rounds in parenting circles is the postponement of Kindergarten or First Grade for young children. Coined “Redshirting”, parents delay a child’s entry into the academic world in order to maximize his/her chances of success for their children. Authorities ranging from scientists to best-selling authors reason that older children sport a

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More Mating Calls of the Irrational Sports Fan (Part 1)

Reading Time: 2 minutesPreface: I’m a sports fan who watches the NBA, NFL, and (occasionally) NCAA competition.  In general, I think most professional athletes are entitled and exhibit off-the-field conduct that leaves much to be desired but this post is directed at their fans. I’ve heard sports fans utter a lot of nonsense over the years. Uninformed sports

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More Mating Calls of the Irrational Sports Fan (Part 2)

Reading Time: 3 minutesClick here for Part 1 “Athletes are so greedy. I’d play the game for free.” This statement reeks of envy. A little bit of myopia as well. Professional athletes do a lot more than just play sports.  They give interviews, attend public relations events, and have to be present for countless other non-athletic activities. They

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Mating Calls of the Irrational Sports Fan: Lebron Edition (Part 1)

Reading Time: 3 minutesNote: I wrote this article in the summer of 2010, immediately after Lebron James decided to leave the Cleveland Cavaliers. Preface: I’m a sports fan who watches the NBA, NFL, and (occasionally) NCAA competition. In general, I think most professional athletes are entitled and exhibit off-the-field conduct that leaves much to be desired but this

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